February 2, 2021

Spreading Joy Challenge

Christine Baker Marriage Blog, Challenge challenge, joy, love, spread joy

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For the month of February, we will be exploring ways to Spread Joy within ourselves, our homes, amongst our close circles, and to perfect strangers. Check back daily for the new prompt! It’s okay if you are unable to accomplish them all. These ideas are meant to be suggestions not requirements. The main focus is to make more room for joy in our lives and the lives of others.

In what ways do you like to spread joy?

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Day 1

Happy February! All month I will be sharing ways on how to spread joy with others because we all could use a little extra joy and happiness in our lives.

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Happy Joy Spreading!

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#moreroomforjoy #february #joy #spreadjoy #flowers

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Day 2

There is nothing more heartwarming than hearing from an old friend and having them remind you that they still care and that you are still apart of each other’s story. Be that friend today that warm someone’s heart. I can guarantee that it will warm yours as well! Look at you spreading joy!

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I talked last week in my podcast and my blog about how to maintain a connection with your loved ones. Pop over to my Blog and Podcast to check them out.

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#moreroomforjoy #callanoldfriend #spreadjoy #reconnect #joy #love #TuesdayTip #Tuesday

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Day 3

We all know how hard the server [waiter/waitress] industry has been hit since the start of Covid in 2020, so if you decide to venture out for a bite to eat, why not leave a little extra in your tip. That is someone’s rent payment, or child care payment. A bit of an extra tip will not only surprise the server but will certainly bring joy to their life!

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#moreroomforjoy #leaveabigtip #spreadjoy #eatinglocal #joy #love #WellnessWednesday #Wednesday

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Day 4

Who doesn’t like to get a little extra love from someone? Image how joyful a stranger would be if you shared some love with them? I would be over the moon! Remember joy can be contagious so get out there and spread it!

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#moreroomforjoy #sharethelove #spreadjoy #valentines #joy #love #ThrivingThursday #strangers

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Day 5

Sharing how someone impacted your life is one of the best ways to spread joy. Remind them what a difference they made in your life and their cup will be overflowing with joy.

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#moreroomforjoy #sharethelove #spreadjoy #gratitude #joy #love #Friendship #saythankyou

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Day 6

There are countless people in our community that could use a home-cooked meal, a warm cup of soup or a small casserole to be used at another time. When you’re cooking next, make a little extra and bring it to a neighbor that you haven’t seen in a while, a single coworker, or a new mom. The smiles will be abundant for sure!

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#moreroomforjoy #sharethelove #spreadjoy #food #joy #love #oneformeoneforyou

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Day 7

Happy Send a Card to a Friend Day! Yep, it is actually a thing! You can read about it here.

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#moreroomforjoy #sharethelove #spreadjoy #friendship #joy #love #cards #localcards #sendacardtoafriendday #Sunday

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Day 8

Plan some connection time with your significant other, your best friend, or your child. Make sure you have one on one time with the people that are in your most intimate circle as it will only strengthen your connection.

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#moreroomforjoy #createuniqueconnection #date #innercircle

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Day 9

This is a double win-win! Today is National Pizza Day. Purchasing from a local pizzeria will celebrate your local business and bringing it to a deserving group or individual will help spread even more joy around town. I am hoping to bring a large pie to our local fireman’s station. Other options are groups in your community that has been overstressed throughout the last year or so. That could include any medical group, floor or practice, any education organization, any small business, any emergency station, any small business, and any neighbor or group of people that you sense might feel lonely.

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#moreroomforjoy #pizzaday #pizza #givetoothers #makesomeonesday #joy #happy #pizzatoppings

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Day 10

There are still opportunities to volunteer even in a global pandemic. Check with your local organizations that serve the older population, the health compromised (only if you feel safe), and educators. Is there any population that you feel you could volunteer for? Don’t forget volunteering can be done in person or virtually. There are so many options!

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#moreroomforjoy #volunteer #givetoothers #makesomeonesday #joy #happy #makesomeonesmile

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Day 11

Candy is dandy but fruit is SO much better for you. Your co-workers will appreciate the joy you’re sharing and the care you’re showing.

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#moreroomforjoy #spreadjoy #givetoothers #makesomeonesday #joy #happy #makesomeonesmile #fruit

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